If there is no resurrection, we are bound by our sin and failures, and death is the end of the story. If there is no resurrection, our faith is futile and we are stuck in our sin (17). If there is no resurrection, there is no hope beyond our failures and we live the remainder of life numbed by addictions or temporary distractions, which the world offers in abundance.

Resurrection faith is the faith that there is life beyond our sin and shame. There is a grace and power that can overcome all our fears and failures. We no longer have to try to ignore our sins, but we can face our sins and failures knowing that Jesus died and rose again to destroy the power of sin and death. Paul faced death every day (31). Although he went through many hardships as a missionary, he also came to Jesus and found forgiveness, grace, and a new life purpose as a fearless minister of Christ. The resurrection of Jesus can also give our life new joy, passion, and purpose.
Application: Lord, thank you for rising from the dead and giving us the courage to face our sin and failures with the hope of your resurrection.
One Word: Come back to your senses